Ball's Covert

Wood, Forest in Hertfordshire Welwyn Hatfield

England

Ball's Covert

The Runway, Hatfield Now no longer a runway but a huge mock-Georgian housing estate. This is the end of the runway and the road.
The Runway, Hatfield Credit: David Howard

Ball's Covert is a picturesque woodland located in the county of Hertfordshire, England. Situated in the village of Wood, also known as Forest, it covers an area of approximately 20 acres. This ancient woodland has a rich history dating back several centuries.

The woodland is home to a diverse range of flora and fauna, making it a haven for nature enthusiasts. The dense canopy of trees, including oak, beech, and ash, provides a habitat for various bird species such as woodpeckers, owls, and songbirds. The forest floor is adorned with a carpet of bluebells during the spring season, creating a stunning visual spectacle.

Ball's Covert offers visitors a tranquil and serene environment, ideal for walking, hiking, and enjoying nature. The well-maintained footpaths meander through the woods, allowing visitors to explore its beauty at their own pace. The woodland is also popular among photographers and artists, who are drawn to its natural beauty and serene atmosphere.

The woodland is managed and maintained by the local authorities to preserve its ecological integrity and promote biodiversity. The conservation efforts have been successful in protecting the woodland from development and ensuring its long-term survival.

Overall, Ball's Covert in Hertfordshire is a beautiful woodland that offers a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Its rich biodiversity, well-maintained footpaths, and stunning natural beauty make it a must-visit destination for nature lovers and those seeking tranquility in the heart of England.

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Ball's Covert Images

Images are sourced within 2km of 51.770009/-0.27087154 or Grid Reference TL1909. Thanks to Geograph Open Source API. All images are credited.

The Runway, Hatfield Now no longer a runway but a huge mock-Georgian housing estate. This is the end of the runway and the road.
The Runway, Hatfield
Now no longer a runway but a huge mock-Georgian housing estate. This is the end of the runway and the road.
The Runway, Hatfield No longer a runway but a huge estate.
The Runway, Hatfield
No longer a runway but a huge estate.
The Runway, Hatfield
The Runway, Hatfield
The Runway, Hatfield
The Runway, Hatfield
Salisbury Hall Drive at the junction of The Runway
Salisbury Hall Drive at the junction of The Runway
Green by Salisbury Hall Drive, Hatfield
Green by Salisbury Hall Drive, Hatfield
Chipmunk Chase, Hatfield Being an ex-airfield many roads are plane related. This is a good name for a road, they are small two man planes.
Chipmunk Chase, Hatfield
Being an ex-airfield many roads are plane related. This is a good name for a road, they are small two man planes.
Salisbury Hall Drive, Hatfield
Salisbury Hall Drive, Hatfield
Bungalows on The Runway, Hatfield
Bungalows on The Runway, Hatfield
Roundabout on Dragon Road, Hatfield
Roundabout on Dragon Road, Hatfield
The Runway, Hatfield
The Runway, Hatfield
Albatross Way, Hatfield
Albatross Way, Hatfield
St Albans Road West at Ellebrook
St Albans Road West at Ellebrook
Conveyor Belt Conveyor belt from the pit near Green Lanes by Coopers Green Lane
Conveyor Belt
Conveyor belt from the pit near Green Lanes by Coopers Green Lane
Signal mast Looking E to the signal mast at TL184103.
Signal mast
Looking E to the signal mast at TL184103.
Signal mast and razor wire Looking almost straight into the sun from TL185104 at the signal mast on the road coming east out of Sandridge.
No normal phone mast this; the thing's ringed with two layers of razor wire fence and has a sign at the entrance with a royal coat of arms on it. Photo notes: for better results take photo in morning, not afternoon like I did - the mast's partially obscured by trees from the west, so better to be east of it with the sun behind you.
Signal mast and razor wire
Looking almost straight into the sun from TL185104 at the signal mast on the road coming east out of Sandridge. No normal phone mast this; the thing's ringed with two layers of razor wire fence and has a sign at the entrance with a royal coat of arms on it. Photo notes: for better results take photo in morning, not afternoon like I did - the mast's partially obscured by trees from the west, so better to be east of it with the sun behind you.
Fork in the path Looking North from TL188105, the path forking right into Symondshyde Great Wood
Fork in the path
Looking North from TL188105, the path forking right into Symondshyde Great Wood
Picnic area, Symonshyde Great Wood Taken looking West from the road at TL199107, toward the entrance of what might win a prize for being Britain's Least Welcoming Picnic Area.
Picnic area, Symonshyde Great Wood
Taken looking West from the road at TL199107, toward the entrance of what might win a prize for being Britain's Least Welcoming Picnic Area.
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Ball's Covert is located at Grid Ref: TL1909 (Lat: 51.770009, Lng: -0.27087154)

Administrative County: Hertfordshire

District: Welwyn Hatfield

Police Authority: Hertfordshire

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Nearby Amenities

Located within 500m of 51.770009,-0.27087154
Cooper's Green
Place: neighbourhood
Source: OS_OpenData_StreetView
Lat/Long: 51.7740563/-0.2683306
Barrier: entrance
Lat/Long: 51.7706445/-0.2736628
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